Grain-free Cassava Flatbread

Even though I don't eat grains, that doesn't mean I don't crave bread once in a while! This grain-free flatbread recipe is a great way to satisfy a hankering for bread without getting a big dose of gluten! The flatbread is thick and chewy, just as it should be - I bet you won't even be able to tell that it's made from the flour of a starchy tuber, cassava, rather than wheat flour!

Ingredients:

¼ cup warm water (the amount of liquid needed may vary slightly; see instructions below for more detail)

Optional: Rosemary, thyme, garlic (depending on the flavor you are going for!

Cooking method 1: Frying pan

Combine all the dry ingredients in a medium-sized mixing bowl or food processor.

If using a mixing bowl, first add the olive oil and then the ¼ cup of water. Mix until ingredients are fully combined and dough is smooth. You may need more than ¼ cup water; add enough water until the dough sticks together but doesn’t stick to your hands.

Divide the dough into six balls and set aside.

Take a long sheet of parchment paper and fold it in half.

Place one ball of dough in between the parchment paper.

Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out until it is ½ inch thick.

Repeat with the other balls of dough.

Drizzle some olive oil into a frying pan over medium heat. Cook each piece of flatbread for approximately 1 minute on each side or until golden-brown.

Once cooked, place the flatbreads onto a wire cooling rack.

Cooking method 2: Oven

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

Roll out the balls of dough with a rolling pin, or flatten with your hand for a more rough-edged look.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the flatbreads on the baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.

Place the flatbreads onto a wire cooling rack.

Once cooled, top the flatbreads with meat, veggies, a drizzle of olive oil, or any other toppings of choice!

Welcome! I'm nutritional consultant and holistic health writer, Lindsay Christensen. My experience recovering from many years of chronic ailments led me to ancestral health, nutrition, and holistic healing. I'm a member of the American College of Nutrition and the International Society of Sports Nutrition. I hope the resources and articles here help you take incremental and amazing steps toward your most vibrant and healthy self!